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Dental Hygienist Metro Dentalcare
Shakopee, MN1 day ago
We are seeking a dedicated PRN Licensed Dental Hygienist to join our team in St. Paul, MN. Our flexible staffing model allows you to choose your schedule, giving you the work-life balance you need while providing excellent patient care. As an integral part of our dental team, you will play a crucial role in promoting oral health through direct patient care and education.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive oral hygiene care, including prophylaxis, scaling, and root planing.
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care.
- Assess and document patient conditions, collaborating with the dental team for optimal treatment plans.
- Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide as permitted by state regulations.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records using Open Dental and other dental software.
- Adhere to infection control protocols and maintain a clean, safe working environment.
- Travel as needed to support community sites, which may include driving a company vehicle or personal transportation when necessary.
Requirements:
- Graduation from an accredited school of dental hygiene.
- Active Minnesota Dental Hygienist License.
- 2-4 years of clinical experience preferred.
- Current CPR (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
- Local anesthesia and nitrous oxide certification.
- Effective oral and written communication skills in English (Spanish proficiency preferred based on clinic location).
- Ability to work under a signed Collaborative Agreement following state and company regulations.
- Proficiency or willingness to learn Open Dental software, Microsoft Office, and other necessary systems.
- Valid driver’s license (based on clinic location) and willingness to travel as needed.
Why Join Us?
- Flexible schedule – choose the shifts that fit your availability.
- Competitive compensation.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patient education and preventive care.
- Work with a supportive team dedicated to high-quality dental services.
$48 - $55 an hour
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.